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Tornado watch issued for North Alabama until 3 a.m. Sun.

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Knowing the distinction between these two alerts is paramount for staying safe during tornado season.
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A tornado-warned storm moved through that area late Saturday, and there were reports of power flashes at the time.
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Tornado watch issued for multiple Southeast Georgia counties until 6 p.m. |FIRST ALERT WEATHER
A Tornado Watch has been issued for our inland SE GA counties ahead of a line of thunderstorms. Storms will arrive later this afternoon, and into the evening across the coastal corridor.
Update: Tornado watch issued for North Alabama until 3 a.m. Sunday
On Sunday at 12:45 a.m. an updated tornado watch was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 3 a.m. for Cullman, Franklin, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison and Morgan counties.
Escambia, Santa Rosa counties under tornado watch until 6 p.m.
There is a slight risk of severe storms for much of the area today. Damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes will be the primary threat.
Did a tornado hit northwest Alabama? Weather service surveying storm damage
The National Weather Service in Huntsville was in northwest Alabama on Sunday to see if a tornado touched down last night. The weather service said a storm survey team was to look at damage in northern Colbert and southern Lauderdale counties.
Southwest Alabama placed under a tornado watch until Sunday morning
On Sunday at 2:53 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a tornado watch in effect until 10 a.m. for Choctaw, Clarke, Monroe, Washington and Wilcox counties.
Northwest Alabama under a flash flood warning until early Sunday morning due to thunderstorms
On Sunday at 12:56 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning in effect until 4 a.m. for Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale and Lawrence counties.
What's the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning? See what to do
Tornado watches are issued for large areas if tornadoes are possible. A warning is issued for a smaller area when a tornado has been spotted.
Tallahassee, north Florida face tornado warning as line of storms trudges across Southeast
The storm system has already led to tornado warnings for parts of Jackson County and counties in Georgia. Alerts for the radar-indicated twisters broke into TV and radio broadcasts Monday morning.
Tornado Watch vs Warning: What To Know About Severe Thunderstorm Alerts
Watches typically cover extensive areas, sometimes spanning multiple counties or states, and can remain in effect for several hours. During a watch, it's advisable to stay vigilant, monitor weather updates, and be prepared to seek shelter if conditions deteriorate.
How is a tornado watch different from a tornado warning? Here's how weather alerts work
When a warning is issued, take action. This means tornado conditions are imminent and have been spotted either by someone on the ground or by radar. Warning areas are typically smaller than those within a watch and are issued for a shorter time period, typically about 15 minutes.
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